Which cage now?

[GazzaCup]

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Hi

I have been waiting for the new SD cage to drop.
Now it has, seen some negative comments. I was 100% going for SD but now I have no idea.
For the money, whats the best MSA spec cage for the Clio?


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[imprezaworks]

There's a mark fish one in the for sale section if that's any good.

 

[GazzaCup]

There's a mark fish one in the for sale section if that's any good.

cheers, poor forum skills means i did not finish editing my messed up post. Quick on the draw
will check it out, old style or new?

 

[imprezaworks]

Cage wise sadly no idea really. Quick edit/fail.

Hopefully someone who knows more about cages will pop along

 

[Ads29]

Whether I know more is questionable at times but here goes

It's the old style one, the new cage is a big improvement over the original (I know I'm one of those with negative comments about it, this is purely down to the lowering of the harness bar)

As for which is the best, how deep are your pockets? A 6 point bolt/weld in style cage is perfectly fine and will in most cases meet Msa regs (be careful and check first though), however a multipoint weld in cage such as the one custom cages do (as an example, others are available) will be much stronger and help to stiffen the chassis more compared to a more 'basic' cage, these do understandably command a much higher price in comparison though

 

[AdamCup]

Take a look at @Tom Johnson cages http://www.cliosport.net/threads/fa...ge-msa-eligibilty.803924/page-4#post-11352689

 

[Ben NBR Cup]

I agree with @Ads29 on this multipoint cages are very expensive I know I went down the custom cages route, don't get me wrong the cage is amazing it looks really nice and makes you feel super safe. The other thing you need to think about going down this route is the extra work of moving the wiring multi plug as the custom cages one uses that hole to meet the suspension turrets also the bulk head gets cut up for again the cage to meet the turrets so some good metal work is required and silicone haha
Hope this helps on the custom cage side of this I love my cage it's spot on for me. I do have pictures if required where it all connects

 

[JP83]

I agree with @Ads29 on this multipoint cages are very expensive I know I went down the custom cages route, don't get me wrong the cage is amazing it looks really nice and makes you feel super safe. The other thing you need to think about going down this route is the extra work of moving the wiring multi plug as the custom cages one uses that hole to meet the suspension turrets also the bulk head gets cut up for again the cage to meet the turrets so some good metal work is required and silicone haha :wink:
Hope this helps on the custom cage side of this I love my cage it's spot on for me. I do have pictures if required where it all connects :smile:

Sounds like yours is the international multi-point cage.
The clubman 6 point MSA cage like I have doesn't connect to the turret and doesn't require the extra work for the loom.

 

[scotiamr2t]

I agree with @Ads29 on this multipoint cages are very expensive I know I went down the custom cages route, don't get me wrong the cage is amazing it looks really nice and makes you feel super safe. The other thing you need to think about going down this route is the extra work of moving the wiring multi plug as the custom cages one uses that hole to meet the suspension turrets also the bulk head gets cut up for again the cage to meet the turrets so some good metal work is required and silicone haha :wink:
Hope this helps on the custom cage side of this I love my cage it's spot on for me. I do have pictures if required where it all connects :smile:

Any images of where you moved the multi-plug too? also the washer bottle?

 

[Tom Johnson]

Take a look at @Tom Johnson cages http://www.cliosport.net/threads/fa...ge-msa-eligibilty.803924/page-4#post-11352689

Cheers for the mention.

Drop me a message of what you're looking for, all CDS built to MSA regs.

 

[Fraser.J.]

I've got the new safety devices cage (upgrade from the old) brilliant cage. The lower harness bar is actually better, as with my very low seats the original was a little too high.

 

[Akay]

Another shout for @Tom Johnson , going back in a week or so for my front half to be added to my rear, great bloke and awesome work.

 

[Ads29]

I've got the new safety devices cage (upgrade from the old) brilliant cage. The lower harness bar is actually better, as with my very low seats the original was a little too high.

That's interesting as it's the lower harness bar that's been putting me off, don't suppose you've got any photos of how it sits relative to your seats have you?


Thanks

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[Hyperhatch]

That's interesting as it's the lower harness bar that's been putting me off, don't suppose you've got any photos of how it sits relative to your seats have you?


Thanks

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Passenger side seat has lower outlet holes for the seat belt

 

[Ben NBR Cup]

Sounds like yours is the international multi-point cage.
The clubman 6 point MSA cage like I have doesn't connect to the turret and doesn't require the extra work for the loom.

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Yes my mistake I forgot to add that bit

 

[Ben NBR Cup]

Any images of where you moved the multi-plug too? also the washer bottle?

I moved the multi plug about 20mm to the right of the original hole (cut the bulk head) and with a bit of a push it fits nicely I will try and find some pictures for you
I don't have a washer bottle anymore it's doesn't fit I would need to make one so I just left it out and I always carry window cleaner with me lol

 

[Sam Linssner]

Reccomend Tom 100%. Great advice and communication throughout. Really nice guy.

 

[GazzaCup]

Great. Thanks everybody.
Spec would be 6 Point, would love to have better but its all about budget until I land my first major sponsor ;-)
Cheers

 

[Stay Puft]

Reccomend Tom 100%. Great advice and communication throughout. Really nice guy.

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That looks hectic! I'm glad my Recaro money went to good use! How much if you dont mind me asking?

 

[Sam Linssner]

That looks hectic! I'm glad my Recaro money went to good use! How much if you dont mind me asking?

As I'm planning to race with Tricolore 1200 made, powdercoated and fitted. :up:

 

[M.C..]

As I'm planning to race with Tricolore 1200 made, powdercoated and fitted. :up:

Really good price would make it cheaper than the SD cage as well if you was getting somebody to fit it.

 

[Sam Linssner]

Sorry £1300. Wont let me edit. Still a dam good price.